Bill Essayli
First Assistant U.S. Attorney involved in election fraud investigations.
Notable Quotes
"The evidence is strong that Jonathan Rinderknecht is responsible for igniting the fire on January 1, 2025."View Story →
"Transnational criminal gangs who spread fear, drugs, and violence will face the full force of justice and the weight of the federal government."View Story →
"Mafi is an Iranian national who became a lawful permanent resident of the United States in 2016."View Story →
"Mafi will face charges that she brokered the sale of 'drones, bombs, bomb fuses, and millions of rounds of ammunition' between Iran and the Sudanese Armed Forces."View Story →
"Mafi was arrested on Saturday night after he attempted to smuggle drones, bombs, bomb fuses, and millions of rounds of ammunition manufactured by Iran to be sold in Sudan."View Story →
"Suspect remains presumed innocent until proven guilty."View Story →
"Shamim Mafi is charged with 'brokering the sale of drones, bombs, bomb fuses and millions of rounds of ammunition manufactured by Iran and sold to Sudan.'"View Story →
"Last night, Shamim Mafi, 44, of Woodland Hills, was arrested at Los Angeles International Airport for trafficking arms on behalf of the government of Iran."View Story →
"While we are disappointed with the jury's decision regarding Durk Banks, a.k.a. 'Lil Durk,' we look forward to presenting our evidence at his second trial."View Story →
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